# Tanker struck by unknown projectile off Oman, UKMTO says

https://mins.news/en/item/37793

- TASS, 2026-08-30 18:12 UTC
- World
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2179565

> The UK Maritime Trade Operations coordination center said a tanker was hit by an unknown projectile 12 nautical miles north of Khasab, Oman, while transiting inbound in the Strait of Hormuz. No casualties or environmental impact have been reported. The IMO secretary-general earlier said at least 70 ships had been attacked in the strait since February 28, with 19 seafarers killed.

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